Re: posting

["Lance Jacobson" <lancejacob@xxxxxxxxx>]

Absolutely, Snoop.  And here's some news, if not already known.  The Knicks
will be without Latrine Sprewell, he of the Yachtsman Wrist syndrome, and
sharpshooter Allen Houston, whereas Kurt Thomas has been released after
smacking his wife and is now ready to rumble against men his own size.
Frank Thomas is also hurt, so the combo or Ward/Eisley won't be showing too
much new stuff.  And now that the Celts have some size, we'll see how
Baker/Battie handle McDyess.  I'd still have liked to see him trying to move
Vitaly out of there. . . .
----- Original Message -----
From: <snoopy1@pig.net>
To: <celtics@igtc.com>
Sent: Saturday, October 05, 2002 12:35 AM
Subject: posting


> The fact is, that at this time of year, many people are keenly interested
> in the Celtics--who they are, where they're going, and how they get
> there.  Since we are all individuals, we all have differing opinions.
Some
> are boundlessly enthusiastic, others cautiously wary, still others think
> the C's have zero chance of going anywhere this year.
>
> We all know that not everyone will be right.  But we have the right to the
> opinion.  Yes, I personally think some more positive optimism for the
> Celtics would be more enjoyable to read, but there's something to be said
> for people who more readily see the flaws.  It's one thing to
discuss--even
> debate, or outright argue--the differing points of view.  But do some
> people's definition of clever repartee have to include taking a broadside
> at someone personally?
>
> It's a well-known fact that in nearly every messageboard, newsgroup, etc.,
> the majority of posting is done by a minority of people.  Why?  Because
> some are more outgoing than others.  Perhaps they'd rather listen to other
> points of view and don't feel they have anything substantial to add--and
> I've never been fond of oodles of "me, too" posts anyway.
>
> But I fail to see how people are going to be encouraged to "de-lurk" when
> they have been given reason to expect not only an attack on their posts,
> but themselves as well.  God knows, I've had a few shots taken at me over
> time.  Fortunately, as one friend put it to me, "You're too stubborn to
> drop dead when people tell you to--whyever would you shut up at the same
> urging?"
>
> I'd prefer to see more posts actually concerning the team, rather than
> personal attacks on listmembers.  But then again, I also think that the
> Anniversary of "Peanuts" should be a national Holiday.
>
> Do I have a solution?  No, not really.  I can't make people do what I'd
> like them to, and with Great Power comes Great Paperwork, anyway.  I just
> hope that the list as a whole--me included--takes a deep breath and
thinks,
> "Hey!  The first preseason game is next Tuesday!  I better lay in my
supply
> of game munchies and work on my prediction for Snoopy's site!"  I would
> think that might lead to a more positive outlook on things--unless you
work
> for ESPN, of course.  (See my site for details).
>
> have fun, have chocolate!
> Snoopy the Celtics Beagle
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